#While also having a phone that isn't 90% touchscreen.

[warlockeye]

I wish I could just get an older phone, but you're softforced to use Wh*ts*pp these days, and for some reason it's apparently near impossible to make a phone that is both compatible with that blasted app while also being less of a fucking distraction-enabler. Oh and you also have to take into account that support for that app is going to stop by February next year for all KaiOS devices, so that reduces the choices massively. All because people have chosen to make convenience mandatory.

[whoslaurapalmer]

so this week's overall mission is Getting Bills In My Name, and my cousin's wife and my aunt and i went to comcast on friday to ask about getting my mom's plan in my name or starting a new account (first of all we have tv+internet through comcast, and verizon for cell phones -- the only reason i can figure for this is because we've been a comcast customer since before we had cell phones, but then we had the landline since before we had the internet, idk it was the late 90s, okay.), and the woman at comcast said that my mom's plan isn't actually something they offer anymore and is a great deal, so i could be grandfathered in to it, which wasn't what i was expecting bc i'd priced cheaper plans online (including with the phone) but i was like. okay. this woman is an employee and of course, knows comcast better than i do. and they don't even offer this specific plan anymore but i could still get it! so my brother and i go back this morning to comcast with the account switching paperwork but i also came With Questions. bc i have a limited income and i would like it to cost less than it current does, bc that's a lot!! and when i did price plans online!! the options were cheaper!! and better suited to me as one person!! but the woman at comcast said that there really was no cheaper plan and also that phones were not bundled and a separate cost? and i was like. 1) i am not a comcast employee. there are things i do not know. 2) however, it says something different online, but i don't want to argue with this woman, bc she's nice but also kind of intimidating and doesn't sound like she's actually willing to work with me on the best price and what's right for me, despite me leading with 'i'm on a limited income.' 4) there may be things i have to make concessions on going forward, in the name of finances, which i hate, and she said i could take out cable, but i really do like cable. it's a whole thing. i shouldn't have to compromise. i don't know. 5) these are decisions i have to make myself now!! no one can make them for me!! which is nice but also incredibly stressful!! i don't want to make the wrong decision, but i also want to stand firm if i think there might be a better option, and i also don't want people to just tell me what to do!! 6) i should have asked more specific questions, probably. but i was very thrown in the moment, despite preparing. i am working so hard, okay. 7) MAYBE SHE SHOULD'VE ASKED HER OWN QUESTIONS, THOUGH, SEEING MY CONCERN!!

also overwhelmingly it'd be easier to make decisions if THE GOVERNMENT WOULD PROCESS MY APPLICATION AND GIVE ME MY DECEMBER MONEY

so i told her i'd have to think about it. i might just call comcast right out instead and see what they tell me. in any event, my brother and i had a great time looking at all the display phones and poking them while we were waiting!! we got to see the touchscreen flip phones!!!

my brother: whoa. me: i think they're so neat, but they're so expensive. but, the flipping...... my brother: don't they test them for like, one thousand flips or something? me: yeah, but like, i just KNOW i'd fidget with it. i KNOW i would. my brother: ......yeah, you would. me: and so i'm convinced i'd break it somehow. but it is neat. my brother: it is.

[avtips34]

What is the most common screen size?

As technology advances, screen sizes have evolved significantly over the years. From the tiny screens of the first computers and mobile phones to the large TV and monitor screens we see today, displays have gotten bigger and smaller depending on the device. But among all the various screen sizes available, which one can be considered the most common or standard size nowadays? Let's take a look at the most popular screen resolutions and how they have changed over time.

The Evolution of Screen Sizes

When computers first emerged in the 1980s, screen sizes were relatively small due to limitations in technology at the time. Most computer monitors ranged from around 9-15 inches diagonally. As the 1990s rolled around, CRT monitors started becoming more common in the 17-21 inch range. These larger sizes provided more usable screen real estate for software applications and multimedia content.

In the late 90s and early 2000s, LCD flat panel displays started entering the consumer market, bringing even bigger and thinner screens. LCD TVs in the 20-30 inch range became widespread in homes. Laptop screen sizes also increased significantly during this era, with 15-17 inches becoming standard on portable PCs. By the mid-2000s, LCD had almost completely replaced bulky CRT monitors, with 19-22 inches becoming the norm for desktop computer displays.

The Rise of Mobile Devices

The smartphone revolution of the late 2000s greatly impacted screen sizes across all devices. The arrival of the iPhone in 2007 with its 3.5 inch display established mobile phones as portable media computers. Over time, screens gradually increased to 4-5 inches on Android phones to match the larger canvases needed for modern apps and content. Tablets then popularized even bigger 10-12 inch screens for portable media consumption and lightweight productivity.

As touchscreens improved, they started replacing laptops and desktops for many basic tasks. "Phablet" devices in the 5.5-6.5 inch range emerged as a cross between phones and tablets. This brought down the average screen size as mobile phones became people's primary computers. Now in the 2020s, screens have fragmented across different form factors once again. Foldable and dual-screen devices are experimenting with new form factors.

Surveying the Most Common Sizes Today

So based on current usage trends, what would be considered the most widely-used screen resolution globally? Here are the top contenders:

1080p (1920x1080)

The HD 1080p resolution has been the standard screen size for laptops, desktop monitors, and LED-LCD TVs for over a decade now. It provides a good balance of pixel density and affordability. Over 60% of all computer displays worldwide are estimated to be 1080p.

1366x768

Slightly lower than 1080p, the 1366x768 resolution remains very common on lower-cost laptops and some budget desktop monitors. While not quite HD-level quality, it's still sufficient for basic computing needs.

720p (1280x720)

As the baseline HD resolution, 720p screens are found on millions of smartphones, tablets, low-end laptops, and entry-level LED TVs. With its compact size and high pixel density, 720p continues to dominate the mobile space.

Analyzing Screen Size Trends

Taking a step back, some broader trends are apparent from the evolution of screen sizes:

Bigger is generally better for stationary desktop use cases where screen real estate isn't an issue. Most desktop monitors today are in the 20-27 inch range.

For portable laptops, 15-17 inches has long been the sweet spot balancing mobility and usability. 13-14 inches remains popular for ultra-thin ultraportables.

Mobile devices favor compact sizes that fit in pockets and hands. The 5-6.5 inch range reigns supreme for phones, with 7-12 inches for tablets.

Higher resolutions are prioritized on devices viewed up-close like phones, VR headsets, and high-end monitors. Lower resolutions suffice for TV viewing distances.

Affordability remains a major decision factor. 1080p and 720p continue selling in huge volumes due to their cost-effective ratios of quality to price.

So in summary, while screen sizes have proliferated across different applications, 1080p and 720p remain the most ubiquitously used resolutions spanning laptops, desktops, TVs, and mobile devices. Their pixel densities meet most general use cases while staying reasonably priced.

Key Takeaways and the Road Ahead

To conclude, here are the main highlights from this analysis of common screen sizes:

1920x1080 (1080p) has emerged as the de facto standard desktop/laptop/TV resolution, found on over 60% of displays worldwide.

1366x768 and 1280x720 (720p) resolutions remain extremely prevalent on budget portable devices and entry-level TVs.

Bigger stationary screens balance functionality while smaller mobile sizes optimize for portability.

Higher pixel density is prioritized for personal electronics viewed up-close versus distances like TVs.

Cost and compatibility along with improving technology will continue shaping typical screen sizes over time.

As new innovations like 8K, foldables, dual/multi-screen devices, and micro/mini LED screens develop, screen sizes may fragment further across specialized contexts. But for general purpose use, 1080p and 720p are likely to hold their ground as the most popular resolutions for balanced high quality and affordability going into the future.